Paschimothanasana Yoga Posture, Back Stretching Pose

March 24th, 2007 | admin

The term Paschimothanasana can be translated to extreme west stretch or intense west stretch. Paschima means west.

The Procedure for Paschimothanasana

1. Sit erect and spread the legs before your body.

2. Raise both hands so that each hand touches the ears on corresponding sides.

3. Slowly inhaling and keeping the knees on floor, slowly bend backwards with hands extended.

4. Exhaling, return and continue bending forward and grasp toes of either foot.

5. After grasping the toes, touch your thighs with your crown.

6. Your exhalation is complete. Hold breath out for one or two seconds.

7. Slowly inhaling, raise your hands and torso.

Don’t allow knee to raise from ground at any stage of the asana. Don’t make any violent moves to move your head forward.

Notes on Paschimothanasana

This is beneficial for all internal organs. Persons with piles, obesity or diabetes will get benefits by practicing this asana. It also promotes the functioning of reproductive organs.